Small businesses can shop off-exchange through a broker, buy a small-group plan...

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Small businesses can shop off-exchange through a broker, buy a small-group plan directly from a carrier, or consider an HRA. Before comparing premiums, check that employees’ doctors and preferred hospitals are in network.